20 Appetizers and Desserts for Memorial Day Weekend 2021

Everybody knows that the appetizers and desserts are always the best part of any meal, right?!! (except for Thanksgiving and then it’s the sides all the way!) So for this Memorial Day weekend, which is looking to be a billion times better than the last one, I’ve compiled a list of 10 appetizers and 10 desserts that are guaranteed to make any of your holiday celebrations happy and delicious!!

Here’s to Memorial Day 2021 and the unofficial start of summer!!! HOORAY!!!!

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APPETIZERS

Grilled Pineapple Salsa

Jicama Avocado Salsa

Salsa Quemada

Warm Poblano and Grilled Corn Dip

Sweet and Spicy Pretzel and Nut Mix

Blackberry and Mozzarella Bruschetta

Roasted Scallion Dip

Sweet and Spicy Wings

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Strips

Sheet-Pan Mushroom and Shallot Nachos

DESSERTS

Blackberry Shortcakes with Vanilla Whipped Cream

Atlantic Beach Pie

Strawberry Buttermilk Cake

Old-Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Chewy Coconut Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Peanut Butter M&M's Rice Krispie Treats

Carrot Cake Bars

Classic Blondies

  Easy Toasted Coconut Key Lime Pie Bars

Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches

Frozen Mango, Raspberry and Vanilla Terrine with Toasted Coconut and Chocolate Sauce

What are your plans for the holiday weekend? I’d love to know what delicious stuff you’re making!!